As Thanksgiving approaches, gratitude naturally takes center stage. It’s a time to reflect on our blessings and to share them with others.
Generosity comes in many forms, and you don’t have to look far to find ways to make a meaningful impact. Whether you choose to be generous with your time, your pocketbook, or your influence, every act of kindness helps create a ripple of good in your community this season.
Be Generous with Your Time
Giving your time can be one of the most rewarding ways to give back. Even a few hours can make a lasting difference in someone’s life.
- Volunteer at a local shelter or food bank: help serve meals, organize donations, or deliver groceries to families in need.
- Lend a helping hand to neighbors or seniors, offering to rake leaves, run errands, or simply share conversation and companionship.
- Join a community event or charity run: it’s a great way to connect with others while supporting local causes.
- Write thank-you notes for teachers, healthcare workers, or first responders.
- Share uplifting words with your co-workers, family, friends, or someone who’s had a tough year.
Your presence and willingness to serve often mean more than any monetary donation.
Be Generous with Your Pocketbook
Financial generosity doesn’t always mean writing a large check. It can be as simple as sharing a portion of what you have to help others.
- Donate to food drives, toy collections, or winter clothing drives that support families during the holidays.
- Support national or local nonprofits such as Feeding America, Habitat for Humanity, or your neighborhood food pantry.
- Adopt a Generous Giving mindset, like AARE’s program that donates a portion of every transaction to charity. You can create your own version by pledging a small percentage of your income or business proceeds to causes you care about.
When generosity becomes a habit, it transforms both the giver and the community being served.
Be Generous with Your Influence
Your voice and platform are powerful tools for good. By using your influence, you can inspire others to join you in making a difference.
- Share community fundraisers and volunteer opportunities on social media or within your professional network.
- Promote local charities or small businesses doing meaningful work in your area.
- Encourage others to give back, whether that means joining a service project, contributing to a cause, or simply spreading kindness.
When you use your influence to uplift others, you help multiply the impact of generosity far beyond what you can do alone.
This Thanksgiving, remember that generosity isn’t about the size of your gift; it’s about the heart behind it. Whether you give your time, your pocketbook, or your influence, every act of kindness helps strengthen our communities and spread the true spirit of the season.
AARE’s Generous Giving Program
At AARE, generosity is more than a seasonal sentiment — it’s part of who we are. Through the Generous Giving Program, a portion of the company’s and the agent’s commission is donated to a charity of their client’s choice. That means every real estate transaction becomes an opportunity to bless someone else — locally or globally.
When you buy or sell a home with an AARE agent, you’re not just achieving your real estate goals; you’re helping make a positive impact in the world. From supporting local food programs to international missions, these contributions reflect the heart of Thanksgiving year-round: gratitude expressed through generosity.
